Gay Village Travel Guide
Birmingham
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Popular places to visit
Birmingham Hippodrome
You can get tickets for a performance at Birmingham Hippodrome on your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
National Exhibition Centre
Learn about the events happening in National Exhibition Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
Cadbury World
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Cadbury World as part of your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
University of Birmingham
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Birmingham during your travels in Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Bullring & Grand Central
During your trip to Birmingham, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Bullring & Grand Central. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Top hotels in Gay Village
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
An easy walk from the airport to the hotel. As usual, staff are very friendly and helpful. Food in restaurant is excellent.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Staff very efficient and helpful, rooms all clean and facilities clean. Breakfast was amazing, beautifully cooked nothing too much trouble and afain staff so helpful.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Hotel was stunning, had an amazing stay. Booked 3 rooms for a business visit and will def visit again. Unfortunately the spa experience wasn’t great for the money charged. Booked a 25 minute facial with head massage as mentioned on the description but no head massage was included. £59 for a 20 minute ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Great value and good central location
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Lovely sized rooms. Only downside was the bar stopped serving food at 7pm.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre by IHG
We use this hotel as it is central to theatre land and lots of great restaurants. Room was excellent, clean and very comfortable. The only downside was our complimentary mini bar had not been restocked after the previous occupancy. This was soon rectified following a call to reception. The staff ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gay Village
Chinese Quarter
Chinese Quarter is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Birmingham Hippodrome and The Arcadian while in the area.
Theatreland Birmingham
Theatreland Birmingham is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Birmingham Hippodrome and The Arcadian while in the area.
Birmingham City Centre
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Birmingham City Centre. Check out top attractions like Birmingham Cathedral and Victoria Square, and jump on the metro at Grand Central Tram Stop or Corporation Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Digbeth
Bars, shopping and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy about Digbeth. Check out Hurst Street or Shopping District while you're exploring the area.
Convention Quarter
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Convention Quarter. Check out top attractions like Symphony Hall and Industry and Genius, and jump on the metro at Library Tram Stop or Brindley Place Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Colmore Business District
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Colmore Business District. Top attractions like Birmingham Cathedral and Victoria Square are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bull Street Station or Corporation Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
